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Sceptre 20-inch E209W-16003RT Monitor 20-inch screen size makes it perfect for both work and play. The 1600 x 900 resolution creates vivid colors and sharp images on a 20-inch screen. The most distinct action sequences are those with reaction times of 5 milliseconds or less. Use the HDMI and VGA inputs to connect any gaming consoles and televisions.

One of the most affordable monitors at the time of this writing is the Sceptre 20-inch E209W-16003RT Monitor. Let’s examine what you actually receive from it and what you miss out on.

With to its reasonable pixel density, VESA mount compatibility, solid connectivity choices, and AMD FreeSync up to 75Hz, the Sceptre 20-inch E209W-16003RT Monitor is a generally good monitor for the money. Yet, there are other more recent versions on the market now that provide far superior image quality and performance for only a small premium.

Sceptre 20-inch E209W-16003RT Monitor Image Quality

Sceptre 20-inch E209W-16003RT Monitor features a 20-inch screen that is 19.5 inches wide and has a 1600 x 900 pixel resolution.

Despite the fact that its resolution is fairly poor by today’s standards, the Sceptre E205W-16003R monitor’s small screen size makes it seem fantastic. A pixel density of 94.14 PPI is obtained (pixels per inch).

Hence, you’re receiving a similar experience to 1920 x 1080 on 24″ sized displays in terms of clarity of detail and screen space.

Because 1920X1080 is more resource-intensive to drive than 1600X900, you can still play many games at a respectable frame rate even with an outdated graphics card.

Sceptre 20-inch E209W-16003RT Monitor now uses a TN (Twisted Nematic) panel as its foundation. The viewing angles of this panel technology are subpar (170° horizontally and 160° vertically).

Hence, the image will change in color, contrast, and brightness when viewed off-axis. This won’t be a problem, though, as long as you’re facing the screen directly.

Moreover, TN panels don’t produce images as well as IPS and VA screens do. While the blacks won’t be as deep as those produced by VA technology, they won’t be as vibrant or uniform as those on IPS panels.

A 250-nit maximum brightness, a static contrast ratio of 1,000:1, and compatibility for 8-bit color depth, which is common for all monitors in this price range, are further panel-related attributes.

Sceptre 20-inch E209W-16003RT Monitor Performance & Features

Moving on, the input lag with the Sceptre 20-inch E209W-16003RT Monitor  is only 10ms. There is no discernible delay; this is the measured amount of time between your actions and the time it takes the monitor to respond and display your orders.

Response time is 5ms (GtG – gray to gray pixel transition), therefore there is no obvious lagging of rapidly moving objects.

Make sure the Overdrive setting in the monitor’s OSD (On-Screen Display) menu is turned on for the greatest pixel response time performance.

In addition, the monitor’s 75Hz refresh rate offers a slight but discernible improvement in motion clarity compared to the conventional 60Hz.

Since the Sceptre 20-inch E209W-16003RT Monitor doesn’t use PWM to control brightness, it is fully flicker-free. Also, the monitor has an integrated low-blue light filter that guards against eye fatigue when used for prolonged periods of time.

Through the monitor’s two HDMI connections, AMD FreeSync is supported.

As long as your FPS (Frames Per Second) is between 48 and 75, this technology enables the display to adjust its refresh rate in accordance with GPU frame rates.

FreeSync will stop all screen tearing and stuttering within this variable refresh rate range. It ceases to function below 48FPS till your FPS increases. You also need an AMD GPU that is compatible.

Additional capabilities include the typical image editing tools, such as contrast, brightness, sharpness, and color temperature, as well as pre-calibrated picture presets (Movie, FPS, RTS, ECO, Standard, and User).

Also, there are more complex adjustments like 6-axis hue/saturation and gamma.

The four hotkeys located at the rear of the monitor make it straightforward and easy to traverse the OSD menu.

Sceptre 20-inch E209W-16003RT Monitor Specifications

Screen Size	19.5-inch
Resolution	1600×900 (HD+)
Panel Type	TN
Aspect Ratio	16:9 (Widescreen)
Refresh Rate	75Hz
Response Time	5ms (GtG)
Adaptive Sync	FreeSync (48Hz-75Hz)
Speakers	2x2W
Ports	2x HDMI 1.4, VGA
Other Ports	Headphone Jack
Brightness	250 cd/m2
Contrast Ratio	1000:1 (static)
Colors	16.7 million (6-bit + FRC)
VESA	Yes (75x75mm)

Sceptre 20-inch E209W-16003RT Monitor Design

Refresh Rate of up to 75Hz: Screen tearing is eliminated when images change more quickly and smoothly than usual at a refresh rate of 75Hz.

Quick response times prevent ghosting and blurring as pixels change, guaranteeing that the foe and surrounding area are always sharply in focus even in tense situations.

Built-in speakers: Built-in speakers save desk space while producing loud, clear audio that is ideal for both work and gaming scenarios.

Blue Light Shift: Sceptre 20-inch E209W-16003RT Monitor comes with Blue Light Shift which filters out blue light, letting you to work, watch, or entertain without straining your eyes.

The monitor’s stand is tilt-only, however you may use the 75x75mm VESA pattern to mount the screen on an other stand. Also, the monitor comes with a screwdriver and other mounting accessories!

Two HDMI ports, a VGA port, a headphone connector, and an audio line-in jack for the two embedded 2W speakers are available for connectivity.

Sceptre 20-inch E209W-16003RT Monitor Conclusion

Sceptre 20-inch E209W-16003RT Monitor is a decent monitor overall, however there are far better options now that are only slightly more expensive.

I recently bought this monitor because I was building a computer and needed a display for it. Although I haven’t had it or used it for very long, so far it has satisfied my needs and beyond my expectations. As my graphics card does not support VGA, it is a bummer that it did not come with an HDMI cable; however, I was able to borrow one from my Xbox 360 since I no longer use that device. In conclusion, I heartily endorse this monitor for beginning players and those looking for a great display that isn’t very large.

With a slightly larger screen and a higher 1080p resolution, the Acer SB220Q is definitely worth spending an extra $5 to $15 on. Moreover, it has an IPS display with superior colors and significantly broader viewing angles.